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Category Archives: Kids
Easter Markets and Fun
Carnival may be over, but there is still fun going on before the Easter holiday. Check the links and information below. Öcher Bend Fun Fair (Carnival Rides) at Bendplatz, Aachen March 26 – April 11 1400-2400 (Bonus, this is right … Continue reading
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Klompenschuurtje – Wooden Shoe Shop and Painting
Living so close to the Netherlands, I felt like I needed one more thing before I could call my time here complete. Wooden shoes, clogs, or klompen, as the Dutch call them, are one of the most typical Dutch items … Continue reading
Posted in Adults, Craft/Home decor, Kids, Things to do
Tagged clogs, craft, paint, party, wooden shoes, workshop
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Unique Christmas Markets and Other Holiday Events
While the holiday season is over for 2015, many of these markets will be back next year. Click on the links to find out the dates for the upcoming year. The Schinnen Public Affairs Office has compiled a list of … Continue reading
Posted in Castles, Christmas Markets, Kids, Open Sunday, Shopping, Things to do, Upcoming Events
Tagged christmas markets, festivals
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American Football Team – Aachen Vampires
There’s are american football teams nearby if you’re interested in playing or just watching. The Aachen Vampires, American Football Club has a male and a female team, the Damenteam des AFC Aachen Vampires e.V. You will find details on their Facebook … Continue reading
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Tagged football, kids, sports
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Fall Fun – Pumpkins, Apples, Corn Mazes and more
Updated Sept 25, 2016 Many of you already know I am a volunteer at the Geilenkirchen A&FRC. I’ve been heading up the Information Exchange that happens every month and free coffee or cappuccinos are provided. Each month is a different … Continue reading
American Football Games in Cologne – FREE!
There are three teams in the Cologne area that have teams for several age groups. Each team has their own website with the game schedule. Games are free to attend. There is also a team in Maastricht that I talk … Continue reading
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Spielplatz de Gitsap (Playground Gitsap)
This playground is on the property of the restaurants Aan de Hoeve and de Huifkar Hoeve, so there is a fee to play on the playground (and you’re NOT allowed to bring your own food, since there are 2 restaurants … Continue reading
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Kinderspieldorf Pee Wee – Posterholt NL
I saw an article in a German newspaper, so I clipped it and decided to do some research so I could share another indoor/outdoor play area and petting zoo with you. This place goes by a few names….Pee Wee Posterholt … Continue reading
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Ice Skating (Indoor and Outdoor) in Geleen
Do you miss being able to skate on ice that sees a Zamboni from time to time, or where the threat of rain won’t stop your plans? You can find such a place in Geleen just off of the main … Continue reading
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Boerderij Daalhoeve (Maastricht Petting Farm)
Boerderij Daalhoeve (referred to as Farm D) is FREE. They just ask that you be respectful and gentle with the animals. Sounds fair to me! There are many types of farm animals to visit with, as well as a barefoot … Continue reading
Kasteelpark Born
Kasteelpark Born (http://www.kasteelparkborn.nl/) Address: Kasteelpark, Born, NL Admission is as follows: Adults: € 7.50 Children from 2 to 12 years: € 6.00 Children under 2 years: free Free parking Summer Hours of Operation (1 March 2015 – 1 November 2015) … Continue reading
Kommern Living Museum Christmas Market -1st Weekend of Advent
About 1.5 hours from the Tri-Border area is an open air museum near the town of Kommern called LVR-Freilichtmuseum Kommern. There are open air museums scattered throughout Europe. The main goal of these museums is to educate people about the … Continue reading
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Pompoen Regatta – Pumpkin Boat Racing in Kasterlee, BE – Sun, Oct 25, 2015
Updated 16 October 2015 About an hour away from the Tri-Border area is the small town of Kasterlee. Most people visit the nearby attraction of Bobbejaanland, but during the month of October, pumpkins become the center of attention. This article … Continue reading
Horse Riding Lessons
Updated 15 May 2017 – Thanks to M.E. for their input. There are quite a few options in the area for horse riding lessons. I have compiled this list from fellow readers, but I have not used their services myself. … Continue reading
Balloons
Updated August 2015 I have found a few options for balloon shops in the area that have been recommended by others in the various Facebook groups. Consult their websites for opening times. Balloon Shop Sittard Steenweg 72, Sittard Ballon Romazen … Continue reading
Museumkaart – The Dutch Museum Card
If you like to spend time in museums and historical attractions in the Netherlands, I have a deal for you. The Museumkaart can be purchased at most of the attractions where it is accepted and it will get you in … Continue reading
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Tagged deal, discount, museum
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Gangelt Pool
While there is an indoor pool at Brunssum and an outdoor one at GK NATO Base, sometimes it’s nice to try something new. Last summer, I spent several days poolside in Gangelt. The pool is located right next to Haus … Continue reading
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Eisparadies Penners- Ice Cream in Tuddern
This ice cream cafe is a staple for many of us residing in the Selfkant region, but remember, Tüddern is just across the border from Sittard, so don’t let the distance be a deterrent from visiting at least once. Eisparadies … Continue reading
CYSS – Child and Youth Services on JFC Brunssum
The Brunssum CYSS is a large program the encompasses a variety of services. Visit their website for more information. All programs are located on JFC Brunssum, Building 602. The CDC and SAC are on the far left of the building, … Continue reading
Leisure Dome – Movie Theater, Bowling, Mini-Golf, Play Place in Kerkrade
A new entertainment complex has opened up in Kerkrade and it has something for everyone. Here’s a summary of what they have to offer. JT Movie Theater – This theater boasts the largest movie screen in South Limburg. There are … Continue reading
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Tagged bowling, golf, kids, Movie, play, play area, play place
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MSC Cruise Lines – Sinfonia
Living in Europe gives numerous opportunities to travel and one of your travel options is a cruise. When my family and I decided we would like to take a cruise I went to a ton of websites and ultimately decided … Continue reading
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Tagged booking, cruise, cruises, Mediteranian, MSC, port, Sinfonia
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Babysitters
It can be tough to find a sitter. AFRC at GK NATO Base does have a list but here are some of our readers who also offer sitting services! We will do our best to keep this updated and add … Continue reading
Blueberries!! “Oppe Boesj” Blueberry picking
Blueberry picking in the heart of all things that grow is just as fun as you would think. They have acres and acres of blueberry bushes just waiting to give their fruit. Located at: Prinsenbaan 45 6104 BB Koningsbosch They are … Continue reading
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Tagged blueberry, blueberry picking, fun, kids, picking, summertime
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Irrland farm adventure oasis: Kevelaer-Twisteden
Just a hop skip and about 1 hour from GK is the “Farm oasis” called Irrland. It is known as a low cost, high fun adventure park for children. Obviously boasting a children’s petting zoo and a few rides, this … Continue reading
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Tagged farm, fun, kids, petting zoo, play area
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“Ice” skating in Heerlen
You can stop by Minli Schaatsparadijs almost anytime as they are open for skating 7 days a week (doors open at 11am). This is a great indoor activity without the cold because the “ice” is actually synthetic. It didn’t feel … Continue reading
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SnowWorld Indoor Ski Park in Landgraaf
One of the largest indoor ski parks is just 30 minutes away in Landgraaf, NL. SnowWorld boasts two main slopes at about 520m in length, one of which currently has moguls on one side. There are also two smaller slopes … Continue reading
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Tagged Adults, fun, Indoor, kids, Landgraaf, netherlands, Rainy Day
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Makado (Mall) w/ Free childcare
This reminded me of one of the Tucson Malls. After not having been to one in a while, I felt in awe of this place. Not a large mall, it certainly had plenty to see. One of my favorite stores … Continue reading
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Kinderstad -Heerlen
When it’s raining, this is the place to go with the kids. Perfect for the adults to sit down and enjoy a coffee or snack whilst the children burn their energy running through this warehouse of fun. With bouncing, climbing, … Continue reading
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JFC Brunnsum Alliance Theater
The JFC Alliance Theater in Bldg 405, seats 365 people. AAFES Reel Time Theaters provides newly released movies with showings every Friday and Saturday. Visit the Brunssum Morale and Welfare website for more information. Reel Time Theater Schedule or check … Continue reading
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Tagged Movie, Movies, Plays, Theater
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5€ Movies on Tuesdays at the Foroxity
This deal (Voordeel Dinsdag) is still going on. You pay 1€ extra for 3-D movies and it’s not valid for special events or on January 1, 2013, but otherwise, this will save you €2,50 on each ticket! UPDATE: I have … Continue reading
SnowWorld Outdoor Park
The outdoor park just opened in May, and is a great reason to visit SnowWorld. The website describes the outdoor park. It is basically a giant ropes challenge course, with two levels built on telephone poles and a 5 stage … Continue reading
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Tagged fun, kids, Landgraaf, netherlands, Open Sunday, outdoors
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GK International Library
For current information visit the NATO E3-A website Newcomers Guide. All items are available free of charge for all NATO ID card holders. The regular book collection contains over 12,000 books and is broken into nine language categories. (Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Norwegian and … Continue reading
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Disney Paris
After being raised right next to Anaheim Disney, there is one thing I’m crazy about…. MICKEY MOUSE! I don’t have kids, but this summer, my husband and I booked a hotel and went to Disneyland Paris. Our vacation like all … Continue reading
Geilenkirchen Park
A nice little park near downtown GK, this place has plenty of beautiful paths, a playground, and a nice pond with stepping stones. There was also a skate park in the back area. If you want to grab a bite … Continue reading
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Monschauer Vennbad- Swimming in Monschau
This indoor pool has basic amenities for a sports pool. It is a great place to take a swim and relax, not a water park. The hours and prices are posted on their website: 3€ for adults- 2,30€ for children. … Continue reading
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Camping in the GK area
This post will be ever changing and ever growing. I felt the need to post it, even with limited information, because of the growing myth that GK has no places to camp. In my travels I have come across a … Continue reading
JFC Brunssum- Allied Joint Command Amenities
Brunssum is a NATO base in the Netherlands. Located just a hop, skip, and a jump from our west gate it has facilities that GK does not. Many services must be completed at this base including US ID Card replacement. … Continue reading
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Tagged brunnsum, kids activities, Library, pool
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Beaches of The Netherlands
Far north (about two and a half hours) is the wonderful ocean region of our community. They call this region for the most part The Hauge. There are many beaches scattered about this region ranging from straight up touristy to … Continue reading
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Tagged beach, fun, kids, summer
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GK’s Base Pool
There is an outdoor swimming pool available during the summer. MWA members can enter at a reduced price. Visit the NATO E3-A Newcomers Guide for more information.
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Mondo Verde theme/amusement park
Mondo Verde is a theme park dedicated to the enjoyment of nature. This being said, there is also an amusement park located inside that has a variety of fair rides. Adults enter for about 15 euro, children 9. There are … Continue reading
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Tagged Dinosaurs, Kids fun, Mondo Verde, Theme Park
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Barefoot Park – Blotevoeten Park, Brunssum
Barefoot Park in Brunssum is located in the MiniHaven Schutterspark in Brunssum, perfectly situated between JFC Brunssum and the GK back gate. The park is a barefoot obstacle course good for the young and young at heart. My children and I … Continue reading
Koln Zoo
This zoo is a vast collection of many different types of animals. We spent the day here and could have spent two. The zoo is divided into sections for the land animals and the sea animals as well as a … Continue reading
Lego Land – Gunzburg, Germany
It was my son’s birthday just 2 brief months after we arrived here at GK. Being the awesome parents we are, we wanted to plan a trip to his most sought after adventure: Lego Land! I began researching in mid … Continue reading
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Tagged amusement park, bavaria, gunzburg, kids, lego land
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Neiderbusch Park
In the small town of Neiderbusch there is a city park that my children just love. It is a large park that the town is very proud of and it is taken care of nicely. There is a zip-line, tall … Continue reading
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Rodebach/ Roode Beek Park
Gangelt is a beautiful town offering amazing activites and restaurants. One treasure is a setback park called Rodebach- Roode Beek Park. This park offers mini-golf, a great outdoor pool, boat rides on a quaint pond, and a restaurant on site. … Continue reading
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AquaZoo- Dusseldorf Germany
Located amongst a plethora of beautiful parks in the museum district of Dusseldorf is the AquaZoo. As its name represents it is a garden of retiles, fish, and other water life including penguins. The facility also houses a small rainforest … Continue reading
Magic Park- Kids play park – Currently closed
Magic Park has temporarily closed! More information on this will be posted if the situation changes. Thank you! Tucked back in the Industrial/Business district of Geilenkirchen is a gem of a child’s play place called Magic Park. Two stories tall … Continue reading
Carnival
February 16th, 2012: It’s Carnival in Germany! Although it is celebrated in all of Germany and many other surrounding countries, the area it is mostly celebrated in the state we live in (North Rhine Westphalia). The tradition started back in … Continue reading
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Gangelt Wildpark
Although its not your typical zoo, this was a great way to spend the day. We accompanied a two year old for the morning and it had a great picnic area, a beautiful children’s playground, a great walking path to … Continue reading
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Foroxity Movie Theater – Sittard and Roermond, NL
Almost everyone in the Netherlands speaks English, which is nice for movie goers because the movies will be subtitles in Dutch instead of dubbed. The same occurs across the border in Belgium. There are some nice differences between American and … Continue reading
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